Julbo have been making the world’s best outdoor eyewear since 1888 and, developed specifically for the snow and ice of high mountains and glaciers, the Stream is a stylish frame for any outdoor enthusiast. Designed for fast paced active used in any conditions. The Reactiv lenses perform from bright day light to dim for and keep your…
Expedition Crush drybags are not only waterproof like standard dry bags, but they have a padded liner to protect your valuables from being squashed on the trail. The 2D version of the Exped Crush dry bags don’t have a gusset so they’re great for slimmer items like phones, point-and-shoot cameras, electronic cables, solar charges, sunglasses…
It’s no good having a map if it’s all soggy – contour lines tend to blur, transforming gentle slopes into towering cliffs. Avoid such topographical catastrophes by protecting your map in this practical map case. The welded design will protect paper from water and dust, and the TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) is UV resistant and folds…
Fully featured without weighing you down, the Yacuri ND 48L is a highly versatile pack that takes you wherever you want to go, from spring bivi and bothy trips to light multi-day hikes. The adjustable V-TRAX carry system, with its thermoformed harness and dual densities of foam, ensures full contact with your back while delivering…
They look like a cross between something from Inspector Gadget and Dr Seuss, but if you don’t mind that (and who would) you’ll love the X series from Sea to Summit, including this cup. Made of flexible silicon sides that are freestanding and rigid and yet collapse completely flat, they are nifty and generously-sized. Because…
This is one of a series of excellent guide books from the Cicerone. Their guides are an inexpensive option for hikers heading all over the world looking to explore the world’s best walks and treks, mountains and cycle routes. This book covers the Japan Alps, featuring 27 walks and treks in the North, Central and South Alps, and…
Marmot’s Tungsten UL 1 is the perfect 1 person, 3-season tent for those solo hikers focused on shaving weight without compromising on reliability. The tent features excellent ventilation, a large vestibule for gear storage, an easy 2-pole set up, and comes in at only 1.1 kg. With pre-bent poles creating more verticality in the walls,…
The very versatile, the #08 Opinel Bushwhacker Pocket Knife, with an 8.5cm blade, is essential for camping and hiking.The stainless steel knife features a coloured hornbeam wood handle, with a leather lanyard, and a Virobloc safety ring is fitted, which allows users to lock the blade when open (safety in use) and closed (safety in…
Got heaps of fiddly tools in your pocket that you never use and are just weighing you down The Skeletool has ditched all the unnecessary extras to keep you light on your toes and still prepared for anything, and the CX’s carbon fibre handle insert reduces extraneous weight even further. Backed by Leatherman’s 25-year warranty.
Sometimes a pack cover isn’t enough – you need a fully Waterproof Pack, and that’s where the Exped 45L Torrent comes in. With a roll-top closure and high frequency welded seams, this guy won’t be letting in any rain or splashes, in fact it’ll keep your gear dry in any situation short of total immersion….
Reach for Tenacious Tape whenever a tear or rip happens. Quickly fix tents, ski pants or puffy coats with this strong, weatherproof tape that comes as a clear strip or roll and a variety of colours. Backed by an ultra-aggressive adhesive, it won’t peel off when applied to technical fabrics including nylon and vinyl. Instantly…
If you’ve packed everything but the kitchen sink, then you’ve made a mistake. Sea to Summit’s 10 Litre Kitchen Sink now comes in a super-lightweight Ultra-Sil fabric, 63% lighter than the standard sink! The brilliantly-designed bowl holds itself upright and stable even if it’s not completely full of water. Use it to wash dishes in,…